ISO 8600-6:2020

Endoscopes — Medical endoscopes and endotherapy devices — Part 6: Vocabulary

This document defines terms for endoscopes and endotherapy devices commonly used in the endoscopic area. This document does not define general medical terms or other general terms. This document does not define terms that should be defined in other ISO 8600 (all parts).

Endoscopes — Endoscopes médicaux et dispositifs d'endothérapie — Partie 6: Vocabulaire

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• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 21-Sep-2020
• ICS: 01.040.37 - Image technology (Vocabularies)
• ICS: 11.040.55 - Diagnostic equipment
• ICS: 37.020 - Optical equipment
• Technical Committee: ISO/TC 172/SC 5 - Microscopes and endoscopes
• Drafting Committee: ISO/TC 172/SC 5/WG 6 - Endoscopes
• Current Stage: 6060 - International Standard published
• Start Date: 22-Sep-2020
• Due Date: 23-Jun-2020
• Completion Date: 22-Sep-2020

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• Revises: ISO 8600-6:2005 - Optics and photonics — Medical endoscopes and endotherapy devices — Part 6: Vocabulary
• Effective Date: 05-Oct-2013
• Consolidated By: ISO/TS 22115:2021 - Animal and vegetable fats and oils — Separation of lipid classes by capillary gas chromatography (fingerprint method)
• Effective Date: 06-Jun-2022

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INTERNATIONAL ISO
STANDARD 8600-6
Second edition
2020-09
Endoscopes — Medical endoscopes
and endotherapy devices —
Part 6:
Vocabulary
Endoscopes — Endoscopes médicaux et dispositifs d'endothérapie —
Partie 6: Vocabulaire
Reference number
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Contents Page

Foreword ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................iv

1 Scope ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 1

2 Normative references ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 1

3 Terms and definitions ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 1

3.1 General terms ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 1

3.2 Names of endoscopes from aspect of Intended use ................................................................................................ 3

3.3 Name of endotherapy devices .................................................................................................................................................... 9

3.4 Specifications.........................................................................................................................................................................................17

3.5 Others ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................18

Bibliography .............................................................................................................................................................................................................................25

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Foreword

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This document was prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 172, Optics and photonics, Subcommittee

SC 5, Microscopes and endoscopes.

This second edition cancels and replaces the first edition (ISO 8600-6:2005), which has been technically

revised.
The main changes compared to the previous edition are as follows:

— General revision of terms in regards of adoption from terms from other parts of ISO 8600 (all parts);

— General revision of category classifications;
— Terms for Endoscopes from aspect of Intended use have been added;
— Terms for specifications have been added;
— Document was editorially revised.
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INTERNATIONAL STANDARD ISO 8600-6:2020(E)
Endoscopes — Medical endoscopes and endotherapy
devices —
Part 6:
Vocabulary
1 Scope

This document defines terms for endoscopes and endotherapy devices commonly used in the endoscopic

area. This document does not define general medical terms or other general terms. This document does

not define terms that should be defined in other ISO 8600 (all parts).
2 Normative references
There are no normative references in this document.
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the following terms and definitions apply.

ISO and IEC maintain terminological databases for use in standardization at the following addresses:

— ISO Online browsing platform: available at https:// www .iso .org/ obp
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3.1 General terms
3.1.1
active endotherapy device

device, consists of a probe/electrode (3.3.24) which is inserted through the working channel of

an endoscope into natural or surgically created body cavities or instrument channels (3.5.43), and

a generator which supplies the energy to be transmitted to the distal end of the device, used for

endotherapy, e.g. cutting/coagulating/vaporizing/ablation of tissue, by using energy, including, e.g.

high frequency, electromagnetic, ultrasonic or laser energy sources
3.1.2
capsule endoscope

capsule shaped endoscope which is introduced into a digestive tract by swallowing by the patient

through the mouth
3.1.3
endoscope

medical instrument having viewing means, with or without optics, introduced into a body cavity

through a natural or surgically created body opening for examination, diagnosis or therapy

Note 1 to entry: It may be of rigid or flexible type; all types may have different image-transmitting systems

(e.g., optical, via lenses, or fibre bundles) and image pick-up systems (e.g., video or ultrasonic sensors).

Note 2 to entry: An endoscope can also be tube with illumination.
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3.1.4
endotherapy device

medical device intended to be inserted into a natural or surgically created body opening during

endoscopic procedures, whether through the same or a different orifice from the endoscope (3.1.3) for

examination, diagnosis or therapy

Note 1 to entry: Endotherapy devices include the instrument to create the body opening through which an

endoscope or endotherapy device is inserted, such as a guide tube, trocar pin (3.3.79), trocar sleeve (3.3.80) or

sliding tube. Endotherapy devices include the devices to be inserted through the openings other than the opening

for an endoscope to ensure the safety of the devices for the intended use under the endoscopic view.

[SOURCE: IEC 60601-2-18:2009, 201.3.205]
3.1.5
fibrescope
endoscope (3.1.3) in which the image is transmitted via a fibre bundle
3.1.6
flexible endoscope

endoscope (3.1.3) device whose insertion portion (3.5.41) is intended to conform to natural or surgically

created body cavities or instrument channels (3.5.43)

Note 1 to entry: The image-transmitting systems may be optical via fibre bundles, or electrical via image sensors.

3.1.7
flexible endotherapy device

endotherapy device (3.1.4) whose insertion portion (3.5.41) is intended to conform to natural or

surgically created body cavities or instrument channels (3.5.43)
3.1.8
rigid endoscope

endoscope (3.1.3) device whose insertion portion (3.5.41) is intended to be unyielding to natural or

surgically created body cavities or instrument channels (3.5.43)

Note 1 to entry: The image-transmitting systems may be optical via lenses or fibre bundles, or electrical via

image sensors.
3.1.9
rigid endotherapy device

endotherapy device (3.1.4) whose insertion portion (3.5.41) is intended to be unyielding to natural or

surgically created body cavities or instrument channels (3.5.43)
3.1.10
speculum

surgical instrument with blunt distal tip (3.5.15) usually made of stainless steel or plastic, used for

examination or the insertion of other instrumentation by expanding or stretching a lumen, body orifice

or canal when inserted and opened; a pivot point joints two arms whose portion proximal to the pivot

point usually forms the handle (3.5.36) of the device while those distal to the pivot point open when

force is exerted, some of which have their own built-in illumination transmitting mechanism, e.g.,

fibreoptic bundle
3.1.11
telescope

component of an endoscope (3.1.3) introduced into the sheath (3.3.66) which consists of several

elements including a connector to a fibre cable to transport light from a light source (3.5.52) and an

image-transmission system synonymous to an endoscope (3.1.3)
3.1.12
ultrasonic endoscope
endoscope (3.1.3) with an electro-acoustical image pick-up system
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3.1.13
ultrasound endoscope
endoscope (3.1.3) with an electro-acoustical image pick-up system
3.1.14
video endoscope

endoscope (3.1.3) in which the image is transmitted by a solid-state imaging device

3.2 Names of endoscopes from aspect of Intended use
3.2.1
adenoscope

endoscope (3.1.3) used for observation, diagnosis, and treatment of the nasal cavity, e.g., during the

removal of the adenoids
3.2.2
angioscope

endoscope (3.1.3) used for observation, diagnosis, and treatment of the lumen and patency of the veins

or arteries, which is inserted percutaneously
3.2.3
anoproctoscope

endoscope (3.1.3) used for observation, diagnosis, and treatment of the rectum and anus, which is

inserted into the body through the anus during the procedure called proctoscopy and anoscopy

3.2.4
anoscope

endoscope (3.1.3) used for observation, diagnosis, and treatment of the anus and rectum

3.2.5
antroscope

endoscope (3.1.3) used for observation, diagnosis, and treatment mainly of the maxillary antrum

3.2.6
arterioscope

endoscope (3.1.3) used for observation, diagnosis, and some treatment of coronary arteries, peripheral

vessels, and intracardiac structures
3.2.7
arthroscope

endoscope (3.1.3) used for observation, diagnosis, and treatment of the interior of the joints such as the

knee, shoulder or elbow, which is introduced into the joint cavity usually through an artificial orifice

3.2.8
auditory canal endoscope

endoscope (3.1.3) used for observation, diagnosis, and treatment of the middle ear and the ear canal

(the canal from the ear opening to the tympanic membrane or the ear drum)
3.2.9
bronchoscope

endoscope (3.1.3) used for observation, diagnosis, and treatment of the trachea, bronchi and lungs

which is inserted through the mouth or nose
3.2.10
cholangioscope

endoscope (3.1.3) used for observation, diagnosis, and treatment of the choledoch (common bile duct)

which is inserted via an incision in the abdomen or via a flexible duodenoscope (3.2.18)

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choledochoscope

endoscope (3.1.3) used for observation, diagnosis, and treatment of the choledoch (common bile duct)

which is inserted via an incision in the abdomen or via a flexible duodenoscope (3.2.18)

3.2.12
colonoscope

endoscope (3.1.3) used for observation, diagnosis, and treatment of the colon which is inserted through

the anus
3.2.13
culdoscope

endoscope (3.1.3) used for observation, diagnosis, and treatment of the female peritoneal cavity and

organs, inserted into the rectouterine pouch (pouch of Douglas) through the posterior vaginal fornix

3.2.14
cystoscope

endoscope (3.1.3) used for observation, diagnosis, and treatment of the bladder and the urinary tract,

inserted through the natural urinary orifice into the urethra
3.2.15
cystourethroscope

endoscope (3.1.3) used for observation, diagnosis, and treatment of the bladder and urethra including

the prostate region, inserted through the natural urinary orifice into the urethra

3.2.16
directoscope

endoscope (3.1.3) used for observation, diagnosis, and treatment of the larynx and its peripheral parts

3.2.17
discoscope

endoscope (3.1.3) used for observation, diagnosis, and treatment of the spine, which is inserted through

an artificial orifice in the body
3.2.18
duodenoscope
endoscope (3.1.3) used for observation, diagnosis, and treatment of the duodenum
3.2.19
enteroscope

endoscope (3.1.3) that is used for the visual examination and treatment of the small intestine (the

duodenum, jejunum, and ileum), which is inserted into the body through the mouth or the anus

3.2.20
ESDP endoscope

dedicated device used for the treatment of varicose veins, i.e., endoscopic subfascial dissection of

perforating veins (ESDP), which is inserted through an artificial orifice transcutaneously alongside the

outside of the perforating vein which is then cauterized
3.2.21
gastroduodenoscope

endoscope (3.1.3) used for observation, diagnosis, and treatment of the upper gastrointestinal tract

(oesophagus, stomach, and duodenum), pancreas, and bile duct
3.2.22
gastroscope

endoscope (3.1.3) used for observation, diagnosis, and treatment of the oesophagus and the stomach

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hysteroresectoscope

endoscope (3.1.3) with a rigid inserted portion that is used for observation, diagnosis and treatment,

especially resecting, of the canal of the cervix and the uterine cavity (uterus)
3.2.24
hysteroscope

endoscope (3.1.3) used for observation, diagnosis, and treatment of the canal of the cervix and the

uterine cavity (uterus), which is inserted from the vagina
3.2.25
intubation laryngoscope

laryngoscope (3.2.28) used specifically for insertion and positioning of an airway tube (endotracheal

tube) into the trachea
3.2.26
lacrimalscope

endoscope (3.1.3) used for observation, diagnosis, and treatment within the lacrimal passage

3.2.27
laparoscope

endoscope (3.1.3) used for observation, diagnosis, and treatment of organs within the abdominal/

retroperitoneal cavities, which is inserted into an artificial orifice in the abdominal wall

3.2.28
laryngoscope

endoscope (3.1.3) used for observation, diagnosis, and treatment of the larynx and its peripheral parts

3.2.29
laryngopharyngoscope

endoscope (3.1.3) used for observation, diagnosis, and treatment of the larynx and oropharynx

3.2.30
laryngostroboscope

endoscope (3.1.3) used for observation of the glottis action during phonation, which operates by

illuminating a stroboscopic light
3.2.31
lumbarscope

endoscope (3.1.3) that is used for the visual examination and treatment of the lumbar region of the spine

(region between the lowest ribs and the hipbones), which is inserted into the body through an artificial

orifice created by an incision
3.2.32
lumboscope

endoscope (3.1.3) used for observation, diagnosis, and treatment in the loin and inserted from an

artificial orifice
3.2.33
mammary-ductoscope

endoscope (3.1.3) used for observation, diagnosis, and treatment within the mammary duct

3.2.34
mediastinoscope

endoscope (3.1.3) used for observation, diagnosis, and treatment of the mediastinal space, (the

intrapleural space located behind the sternum, between two pleural membranes)
3.2.35
myeloscope

endoscope (3.1.3) used for observation, diagnosis, and treatment of the spinal cord, and inserted from

an artificial orifice
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nasolaryngoscope

endoscope (3.1.3) used for the observation, diagnosis, and treatment of the nasolarynx (the upper part

of the throat behind the nose)
3.2.37
nasopharyngoscope

endoscope (3.1.3) used for the observation, diagnosis, and treatment of the nasopharynx (the upper

part of the throat behind the nose)
3.2.38
nephroscope

endoscope (3.1.3) used for observation, diagnosis, and treatment of the kidney, and inserted

percutaneously into the renal pelvis
3.2.39
neuroscope

endoscope (3.1.3) used for observation, diagnosis, and treatment of the central nervous system, and

inserted through a pre-drilled hole in the cranium
3.2.40
oesophagoscope

endoscope (3.1.3) used for observation, diagnosis, and treatment of the oesophagus

3.2.41
ophthalmic endoscope

endoscope (3.1.3) used for observation, diagnosis, and treatment of the eyeball and the related organs

3.2.42
otoscope

endoscope (3.1.3) used for observation, diagnosis, and treatment of the auris media and the auditory

canal (the canal from the ear opening to the ear drum)
3.2.43
pancreatoscope

endoscope (3.1.3) used for observation and diagnosis in the pancreas, which is usually introduced

through a working channel of a duodenoscope (3.2.18) and inserted through the Vater's papilla

3.2.44
pelviscope

endoscope (3.1.3) used for observation and diagnosis in the pelvis of pelvic viscera, which is inserted

percutaneously from an artificial orifice
3.2.45
pharyngoscope

endoscope (3.1.3) used for the observation, diagnosis, and treatment of the pharynx, which is inserted

through the mouth or nose
3.2.46
plastic surgery endoscope

endoscope (3.1.3) that is used in plastic surgery for suction of subcutaneous tissue, reconstructive

surgery, etc., which typically consists of a telescope (3.1.11) and several sheaths (3.3.66) or tubes

3.2.47
proctoscope

endoscope (3.1.3) used for observation, diagnosis, and treatment of the rectum and anus, which is

inserted into the body through the anus during the procedure called proctoscopy
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pyeloscope

endoscope (3.1.3) used for observation, diagnosis, and treatment of the kidney, and inserted

percutaneously into the renal pelvis
3.2.49
rectoscope

endoscope (3.1.3) used for observation, diagnosis, and treatment of the rectum and anus, which is

inserted into the body through the anus during the procedure called proctoscopy
3.2.50
resectoscope

endoscope (3.1.3) used for observation, diagnosis, and treatment, especially resecting, of prostatic

hyperplasia and cervical myoma resection, etc., which typically consists of a rigid outer sheath (3.5.55),

a telescope (3.1.11), a working guide (3.5.68) element and a variety of interchangeable electrosurgical

electrodes (3.3.24)
3.2.51
rhino-laryngoscope

endoscope (3.1.3) intended to be used for observation, diagnosis, and treatment of the nasal cavities,

nasopharynx, oropharynx and larynx
3.2.52
rhinoscope

endoscope (3.1.3) intended to be used for observation, diagnosis, and treatment of the interior of the

nose by way of the anterior nostrils
3.2.53
rigid bronchoscope

open straight tube-type rigid endoscope (3.1.8) fitted with a means of illumination through the

distal end and intended to be introduced into the tracheobronchial airway, having an internal lumen

sufficiently large to permit free respiration of the patient
3.2.54
rigid jet ventilation bronchoscope
rigid bronchoscope (3.2.53) provided with a jet-injector (3.5.44)

Note 1 to entry: Rigid bronchoscopes provided with only a gas nipple should not be included within the category

of jet-ventilation bronchoscopes, because the venturi principle does not necessarily function sufficiently to

ventilate the patient.
3.2.55
rigid ventilation bronchoscope

rigid bronchoscope (3.2.53), fitted with a removable end-cap (3.5.18) at the proximal end of the open

straight tube and having an internal lumen sufficiently large to permit ventilation of the patient through

an integral ventilation connector
3.2.56
salpingoscope

endoscope (3.1.3) used for observation, diagnosis, and treatment of the ovarian duct, for obtaining of

ova, for injection of fertilized ova, etc, which is inserted through the abdominal cavity or the vagina and

the uterine cervix
3.2.57
sigmoidoscope

endoscope (3.1.3) used for visual examination and treatment of the sigmoid colon (the distal S-shaped

part of the large intestine leading to the rectum), which is inserted through the anus

3.2.58
sinoscope

endoscope (3.1.3) intended to be used for observation, diagnosis, and treatment of the paranasal sinuses

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sphincteroscope

endoscope (3.1.3) used for observation, diagnosis, and treatment of the anal sphincter, which is inserted

into the body through the anus
3.2.60
spinoscope

endoscope (3.1.3) used for observation, diagnosis, and treatment of the spine, which is inserted through

an artificial orifice in the body
3.2.61
TEM rectoscope

device used for microsurgical intervention, treatment of the lower part of the bowel by way of the anus

using a special rectoscopic tube, a process known as transanal endoscopic microsurgery (TEM), which

is a rigid endoscope (3.1.8) system and includes, besides the optical viewing telescopes (3.1.11), facilities

to introduce gas to distend the field of view, and dedicated surgical instruments

3.2.62
thoracoscope

endoscope (3.1.3) used for visual examination, and treatment of the thoracic cavity, which is inserted

through an incision made in the chest into the intercostal cavity
3.2.63
transabdominal amnioscope

endoscope (3.1.3) used for observation, diagnosis, and treatment of the amnion, which is inserted from

an artificial orifice through the maternal abdominal wall into the amniotic cavity

3.2.64
transcervical amnioscope

endoscope (3.1.3) used for the direct observation, diagnosis, and treatment of the foetus, and for the

observation of the colour and amount of amniotic fluid through the maternal uterine cervix

3.2.65
ureterorenoscope

endoscope (3.1.3) intended to be used for observation, diagnosis, and treatment of the ureter and the

renal pelvis via the external urethral orifice and bladder
3.2.66
ureteroscope

endoscope (3.1.3) intended to be used for observation, diagnosis, and treatment of the ureter via the

external urethral orifice and bladder
3.2.67
urethroscope

endoscope (3.1.3) intended to be used for observation, diagnosis, and treatment of the urethra

3.2.68
utroscope

endoscope (3.1.3) used for observation, diagnosis, and treatment of the canal of the cervix and the

uterine cavity (uterus), which is inserted from the vagina
3.2.69
vaginoscope

endoscope (3.1.3) used for examination of the vagina, usually in children, which comprises a vaginal

speculum (3.1.10), cold-light lighting and a magnification device
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3.3 Name of endotherapy devices
3.3.1
aspiration needle

needle which is intended to be used to aspirate liquid or tissue during endotherapy

3.3.2
balloon catheter

catheter (3.3.10) intended to be used to dilate a vessel, lumen, papilla or fistula, which is manufactured

with a tube and a balloon (3.5.4) at the distal end for dilation
3.3.3
balloon dilator

catheter (3.3.10) intended to be used to dilate a vessel, lumen, papilla or fistula, which is manufactured

with a tube and a balloon (3.5.4) at the distal end for dilation
3.3.4
biopsy forceps

endotherapy device (3.1.4), consists of a rigid or flexible metal coil or plastic tube whose distal end is

equipped with a pair of cups (3.5.13) which is operated by a control handle (3.5.36) attached at the

proximal end of the instrument, used through a compatible endoscope (3.1.3) introduced into the body

cavity through an artificial orifice of the body or the working channel of the endoscope (3.1.3) to obtain

specimens for histological/pathological diagnosis during endoscopy

Note 1 to entry: Some biopsy forceps can apply high frequency electricity for coagulation to prevent internal

bleeding. See hot biopsy forceps (3.3.42).
3.3.5
biopsy needle

device typically constructed of a coil, tube or pipe whose distal end is equipped with a needle which is

typically operated by a control handle (3.5.36) attached at the proximal end of the instrument to obtain

specimens for histological/pathological diagnosis during endoscopy, which is introduced into the body

cavity through an artificial orifice of the body or the working channel of the endoscope (3.1.3)

3.3.6
bipolar endotherapy coagulator

specialized electrosurgical unit (3.5.17), intended to be used during endoscopy for high frequency

endoscopic electrosurgery, which coagulates or cuts tissue with high temperatures by creating a high

frequency electrical current transmitted through the tissue between the two electrical contacts of the

instrument
3.3.7
bougie

flexible or rigid, rod-shaped surgical instrument of various diameters that is intended for use in probing

or dilating a tubular passage for the diagnosis and treatment of strictures
3.3.8
brachytherapy applicator

device, which is considered a component of the afterloading system and is typically designed for use

with a specific remote-afterloading brachytherapy system and/or for the treatment of a specific body

area, with configurations such as hollow needles, tubes or catheters (3.3.10) which are affixed or

implanted on or within the body, which serve as a guide for computer controlled temporary placement

and removal of single or multiple therapeutic radioactive sources at a treatment site either on the

surface of the body (topical) or to locations within the body, e.g. interstitial, intravascular, intracavity

or intraluminal
3.3.9
cannula

device intended to be used during endoscopy to feed medicine or a contrast medium into a body cavity

for diagnosis and treatment or to introduce/accommodate of another device
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catheter

flexible tube designed for insertion into a blood vessel, organ, or body cavity for purposes that include

introducing/withdrawing fluids, occluding/dilating openings, or taking physical measurements, some

of which are implantable, e.g. in a blood vessel to function as a filter
3.3.11
catheter introducer

sheath (3.3.66) used to facilitate placing a catheter (3.3.10) through the skin and into a vein or artery

3.3.12
clip

device to ligate vessel or tissue for haemostasis, closure of mucosa defects or perforation during

endoscopy
3.3.13
clip applier

device consisting of an insertion sheath (3.3.66), a clip (3.3.12) attached at the distal end of the sheath

(3.3.66), and a control handle (3.5.36) and operation wire connected to both the clip (3.3.12) and

control handle (3.5.36), used to ligate a vessel or tissue for haemostasis, closure of mucosa defects or

perforation during endoscopy
3.3.14
clip fixing device

device consisting of an insertion sheath (3.3.66), a clip attached at the distal end of the sheath (3.3.66),

and a control handle (3.5.36) and operation wire connected to both the clip and control handle (3.5.36),

used to ligate a vessel or tissue for haemostasis, closure of mucosa defects or perforation during

endoscopy
3.3.15
clip remover

surgical instrument resembling scissors (3.3.64) or tweezers with two blades joined at their proximal

end or midpoint which are designed for grasping, opening and removing a clip
3.3.16
contraceptive

device implanted and applied to the fallopian tube to constrict the tube and prevent the passage of ova

typically used during tubal ligation procedures and is considered a contraceptive

3.3.17
curette

device intended to be used to obtain specimens for histological/pathological diagnosis during

endoscopy whose insertion portion (3.5.41) is made from coil, pipe or tube, and at the distal end is a

curette formed like a sharp nail for securing the biopsy
3.3.18
cytology brush
device consisting of an in
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